Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary vs Rodgers Forge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Maryland, United States, 91 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary
Waldorf · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
412 students
Rodgers Forge Elementary
Baltimore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
412 students
| Measure | Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary Waldorf, Maryland | Rodgers Forge Elementary Baltimore, Maryland |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #566 of 879 | #45 of 879 |
| National rank | #36965 of 50,301 | #3802 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 412 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 9.5% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 73% |
| city | Waldorf | Baltimore |
| state | Maryland | Maryland |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.2 vs 32.4).
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 27%).
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 32%).
- •Rodgers Forge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.5% vs 67.7%).
- •Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.2).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary better than Rodgers Forge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rodgers Forge Elementary ranks higher (82.2 vs 32.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary and Rodgers Forge Elementary?
About 91 km in a straight line, between Waldorf and Baltimore in Maryland.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary: 412. Rodgers Forge Elementary: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary and Rodgers Forge Elementary rank in Maryland?
Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary is 566th of 879 and Rodgers Forge Elementary is 45th of 879 among elementary schools in Maryland on the 2025 Success Index (US).